JAY BENARD
Brentwood,TN
Summary
Instructional leader with experience in grade-level team leadership, curriculum alignment, and data-informed decision-making within the school setting. Holds an Educational Specialist degree in Accountability and Instructional Leadership and is completing a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. Committed to fostering positive school culture, strengthening instructional practices, and supporting students, families, and teachers through collaborative and mission-driven leadership.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Science Instructor
Christ Presbyterian Academy
Nashville, TN
08.2021 - Current
- Delivered standards-aligned instruction while supporting school-wide academic goals and instructional priorities
- Designed standards aligned assessments and used student performance data to guide instructional adjustments
- Collaborated within Professional Learning Communities to analyze student data, refine curriculum pacing, and implement instructional improvements
- Supported broader school operations through supervision duties, extracurricular involvement, and cross-department collaboration
- Developed and implemented a custom GPT-based assessment tool to enhance rigor, improve DOK levels, and support efficient creation of standards-based assessments
8th Grade Team Lead
Christ Presbyterian Academy
Nashville, TN
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Facilitated weekly team meetings focused on student performance, intervention planning, and instructional alignment
- Collaborated with administration to develop solutions for student support, scheduling adjustments, and grade-level challenges
- Created structured agendas and maintained accountability for follow-up actions and team initiatives
- Communicated schedule changes, school initiatives, and procedural updates clearly and efficiently to staff
Head Middle School Baseball Coach
Christ Presbyterian Academy
Nashville, TN
08.2021 - 05.2025
- Communicated consistently with families regarding expectations, schedules, and student development
- Coordinated scheduling, transportation, and game logistics while ensuring student safety and operational efficiency
- Collaborated with athletic leadership and administration to ensure program alignment with school policies and procedures
- Led and supervised middle school student-athletes, reinforcing school-wide behavioral expectations and character development standards
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Trevecca Nazarene University
08-2026
Educational Specialist - Accountability and Instructional Leadership
Trevecca Nazarene University
04-2025
Master of Education - English as a Second Language
Trevecca Nazarene University
08-2021
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Education
Trevecca Nazarene University
05-2020
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Data-driven instruction
- Student accountability
- Team collaboration
- Professional communication
Certification
Practitioner License - Active
Administrative License - Test Date 3/16/26
Timeline
8th Grade Team Lead
Christ Presbyterian Academy
08.2023 - 05.2025
Head Middle School Baseball Coach
Christ Presbyterian Academy
08.2021 - 05.2025
Middle School Science Instructor
Christ Presbyterian Academy
08.2021 - Current
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Trevecca Nazarene University
Educational Specialist - Accountability and Instructional Leadership
Trevecca Nazarene University
Master of Education - English as a Second Language
Trevecca Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry Education
Trevecca Nazarene University